Asbestos Awareness

Asbestos is probably the most dangerous building material ever used. Every year thousands of people fall ill and die because of exposure to asbestos and it was widely used by the construction industry right up until the year 2000.

The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 apply to employers, employees, self employed persons and duty holders and cover all work with asbestos containing materials. Regulation 10 of CAR states that every employer must ensure that adequate information, instruction and training is given to employees who are liable to be exposed to asbestos. This includes maintenance workers and others who may come into contact with or disturb asbestos.

This course covers all areas of asbestos awareness and is designed for anyone who may come into contact with asbestos in their work. Most commonly, that includes builders, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and other building related and maintenance trades.

The course consists of 4 modules with questions at the end. The modules cover areas such as recognising asbestos, where it is used, minimising the risks and legislation about working with asbestos.

What you will Learn / Course Modules

  • Properties and Risks of Asbestos Exposure
  • Different Types of Asbestos
  • Avoiding the Risks from Asbestos
  • An Outline of Asbestos Legislation


Course Modules/Lessons

Module 01: Importance of Asbestos Awareness

Module 02: Common Places in the UK where Asbestos is found and Different Types of Asbestos

Module 03: Asbestos Degradation in Soil and Control Measures

Module 04: Different Types of Diseases and Health Conditions Related to Asbestos Exposure

Module 05: Risk Assessment and Preventative Measures

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FAQ's

  • Who can take the Asbestos Awareness Certification course?

    There are no entry requirements to take the course.

  • What is the structure of the course?

    The course is broken down into 5 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although students are free to spend as much or as little time as they feel necessary on each module.

  • Where / when can the course be studied?

    The course can be studied study at any time and from any internet connected device

  • Is there a test at the end of the course?

    Once you have completed all 5 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 5 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

  • What is the pass mark for the final test?

    The pass mark for the test is 70%.

  • What happens if a user fails the test?

    If the user doesn’t pass the test first time they will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times a test can be taken.

  • How long does it take to complete the Asbestos Awareness Certification course?

    We estimate that the course will take about 5 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.